Canon A3500 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

In this article, we are comparing the Canon A3500 IS and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Kodak. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was released 12 months earlier than the Astro Zoom AZ651 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon A3500 IS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the A3500 IS grades against the Astro Zoom AZ651 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS provides outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3500 IS and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A3500 IS vs the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 96 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older A3500 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.